Softball Recap: Edgerton Comes Up Short

Edgerton extended their losing streak to 15 on Saturday, dropping their season record down to 1-18 in the process. They came up short against the Clinton Cougars, falling 11-1. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Cougars this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 17-0 back in April.

As for Clinton, the win was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 15-9. Considering they have won eight matches by more than five runs this season, Saturday's blowout was nothing new.

For Clinton's part, Ashley Theisen and Andie Bell made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Theisen pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Bell tossed four innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one walk in 17 consecutive appearances. At the plate, Theisen went 1-for-2 with two runs, two RBI, and one double, while Bell went a perfect 2-for-2 with two RBI. That's the most RBI Theisen has posted since back in May of 2024.

In other batting news, Keylee VanderPahl was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with two runs, two doubles, and two RBI. Those four hits gave her a new career-high. Kali Morrison also deserves some recognition as she got her first hit of the season.

Edgerton wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next contest, a 7-5 victory against Cambridge on the 19th. As for Clinton, they have also already played their next game, a 12-1 win against Palmyra-Eagle on the 23rd.